Supreme Sacrifice: Good Friday around the world

As Good Friday is observed around the world to commemorate Jesus Christ's crucifixion, the faithful gather in prayer. In some countries such as the Philippines and Indonesia, crucifixions are reenacted, while in Jerusalem, India, Sri Lanka and England, special masses are held.

Take a look at how the world observes Good Friday. And don't forget to share your own photo collections on our Flickr group pool Your Photos.

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'Felix Anaye, 32, portraying Jesus Christ, carries a wooden cross while he is whipped by a man portraying a Roman soldier during a procession ahead of Good Friday in Mandaluyong city, metro Manila. Penitents will be nailed to a cross on Good Friday in a display of religious devotion in the Philippines, a predominantly Catholic country. Holy Week is celebrated in many Christian traditions during the week before Easter.

'Felix Anaye, 32, portraying Jesus Christ, carries a wooden cross while he is whipped by a man portraying a Roman soldier during a procession ahead of Good Friday in Mandaluyong city, metro Manila. Penitents will be nailed to a cross on Good Friday in a display of religious devotion in the Philippines, a predominantly Catholic country. Holy Week is celebrated in many Christian traditions during the week before Easter.